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Gemma L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$5-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Adults Or Children
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I am currently only taking specific jobs as my schedule is very full, but look forward to working with the right families for the right needs so that we all are happy! Thank you ~
I am currently enrolled with Ashford University and am going to school full-time. I am a cultural anthropology major and love it! I have a horse,...
Natasha J.
Santa Cruz, CA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs
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I have been working with adults with disabilities for the past 8 years. I have worked at day programs, group homes and at one point, I was a live-in. I hope to start working with teens and children in this community as well. I have experience with many types of disabilities and behaviors and strive to help each individual attain...
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Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with individuals with special needs. I'm a tutor for students with mild disabilities and a substitute teacher for students 18-22 with moderate/severe disabilities. I'm earning my teaching credential through CSUMB and I'm also employed by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education. I have...
Marialouise S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I've worked with children that have special needs for 11 years now through Santa Cruz city school district. I've worked with a variety of ages ranging from preschool to middle school. SH classroom, SDC classroom, and RSP classroom.
Rachel S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of caregiving experience with 7 years of lead supervision. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene/Medication and Brushing Protocol along with transportation to and from grocery stores.
Mia P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hey there, my name is Mia! I am a recent college graduate from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Sociology and a minor in Psychology. I recently moved back home to Santa Cruz and I am looking for part-time care jobs. I am an energetic, hard working, and responsible individual. I have always had a passion for caring for children....
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Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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Hi there! I'm Emma, and I have both personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities. My brother is on the autism spectrum and is non verbal, and I spent my life caring for him via bathing, grooming, cooking, and cleaning. More recently, I have been working as a Behavior Tech in a SPED classroom, working...
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I have been a Behavioral Specialist for 3 years now going on 4. I absolutely love my job working with kids is my passion. I'm pursuing my ABA journey by continuing school. I'd be so excited to help your family out!
Rebecca K.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I started my work with special needs in high school after I had a friend struggling with her autism. I've worked with people of all ages. 4-40. Each person is different. My approach is very observation based. First I watch certain behaviors (physical and verbal reactions), get to know what I can through conversation (if the...
Marissa B S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal computer or iPad, making and keeping appointments, and improving...
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I have worked at the elementary, middle and high school level as a one on one special education para-educator. I most recently helped to take care of my uncle that had dementia and was living in a memory care facility.
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My name is Sophia and I am a 21-year-old student at UC Santa Cruz. I have been working with children for the past 6 years. I am located on the west side and am able to transport children anywhere. I have a perfect driving record and pride myself on my responsibility. In three words I would describe myself as independent,...
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My name is Taylor, and I am a 23-year-old UCSC graduate. I have 5 years of experience caring for children ranging from 3 mo - 10 years old. I currently work in the mental health field with special needs adults, but am looking to return to working with children as I have found that is what brings me the most joy and...
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I am a young, enthusiastic teacher looking for some extra work on weekends! I have over 6 years of experience working with children. I have taught preschool-3rd grade, tutored elementary students with special needs, taught Sunday school, and been a nanny for a 2 child family. Other than teaching, I love cooking, playing guitar,...
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Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 23-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 5 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
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Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Marialouise S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Maria, I'm about to finish my 11th year working for Santa Cruz city school district as a Paraeducator for special need students.
I'm looking for weekend, & summer care!
Thanks!
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Hi I'm Grace, I'm 23 and a recent college graduate!
I have been caring for children since the age 15. I worked at a daycare as my first job where I became CPR certified with children and infants & I have kept up that certification ever since! I have nannied for a few families and have recent references available! I just...
Cassandra C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Just A Reasonable And Kind Human, Who Genuinely Enjoys Kids.
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I have worked with children in so many wonderful settings. From 2 years as a horse wrangler and teacher at summer camp, nannying for multiple families over the years, tutoring in English Literature, in-town day camps, and volunteering at a special-needs equine therapy center, I have learned so much about relating to...
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